JINTEC INNOVATION SDN BHD Hiring! Full Time Material - Production Planner in Pulau Pinang, Earn up to MYR 4,000 - Ricebowl

Job Purpose

The Material & Production Planner is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring material availability and production schedules to ensure on-time delivery, optimum inventory levels, and efficient utilization of production resources. The role acts as a key liaison between Sales, Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, and Suppliers to support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Material Planning

• Analyze customer forecasts, sales orders, and production requirements to determine material needs.
• Generate and maintain Material Requirement Planning (MRP) schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure sufficient stock availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to expedite critical materials and resolve shortages.
• Track supplier delivery performance and support supplier communication regarding material commitments.
• Review and manage safety stock levels for key components and raw materials.

Production Planning

• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.
• Align production plans with customer delivery requirements and production capacity.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisors to optimize machine utilization and manpower allocation.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address changing priorities.
• Ensure production plans are communicated effectively across relevant departments.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose corrective actions to maintain production efficiency.

Inventory & Warehouse Coordination

• Monitor inventory accuracy and support cycle count activities.
• Analyze slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory.
• Work closely with Warehouse personnel to ensure timely material issuance and replenishment.
• Support inventory optimization initiatives and cost reduction programs.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Liaise with Sales, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Production teams to support new product introductions and customer demand changes.
• Participate in production meetings and provide updates on material status and production plans.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, inventory control, and operational efficiency.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare production planning and inventory reports for management review.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as:
• On-Time Delivery (OTD)
• Inventory Turnover
• Production Schedule Adherence
• Material Availability
• Forecast Accuracy
• Analyze planning data and recommend improvements to enhance operational performance.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in production planning, material planning, inventory control, or supply chain operations.
• Experience in manufacturing or electronics manufacturing environment is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of MRP, ERP systems, and inventory management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Understanding of production processes and supply chain principles.
• Knowledge of ISO, Lean Manufacturing, or Continuous Improvement practices is an advantage.

Pay: RM2,000.00 - RM4,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person